Announcement
Welcome to The Artful Element; original art by professional photographer Darin Ashton. My work covers a wide variety of subjects including sports, landscapes and my popular vintage boat series.
I offer ready to hang canvas art, sleek aluminum prints, as well as unframed photographic prints. My products feature the highest quality materials and workmanship, made in the USA, and are designed to last.
Special requests, such as custom image combinations, sizes, personalized artwork, black and white, etc. are always welcome, as are any questions you may have. Contact me via Etsy Convo, and I will return your inquiry as soon as possible.
Be sure to favorite my shop to receive shop updates and information on sales in your Etsy feed!
Enjoy your visit!
-Darin
Announcement
Welcome to The Artful Element; original art by professional photographer Darin Ashton. My work covers a wide variety of subjects including sports, landscapes and my popular vintage boat series.
I offer ready to hang canvas art, sleek aluminum prints, as well as unframed photographic prints. My products feature the highest quality materials and workmanship, made in the USA, and are designed to last.
Special requests, such as custom image combinations, sizes, personalized artwork, black and white, etc. are always welcome, as are any questions you may have. Contact me via Etsy Convo, and I will return your inquiry as soon as possible.
Be sure to favorite my shop to receive shop updates and information on sales in your Etsy feed!
Enjoy your visit!
-Darin
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Arian on Aug 4, 2022
5 out of 5 starsI just love this print! I bought it for one of our short term rental units, but I’m having trouble parting with it, as I’d love to hang it in my own home!
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Emily on Feb 28, 2022
5 out of 5 starsGreat photos! They look perfect in our game room, and Darin even checked in to make sure the order was correct before sending.
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Abbi on Aug 12, 2022
5 out of 5 starsGreat service and quick delivery! The pictures look awesome!!! Very please! Thank you!!!
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Kasey on Aug 10, 2022
5 out of 5 starsExactly as described and looks great! Its a nice, personal touch for our son's Senior year
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Gayle on Jun 28, 2022
5 out of 5 starsMy pictures were perfect. Darin even did a special request for me. Totally happy!!!
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About TheArtfulElement
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Beautiful sunset (it was colder than it looks) -
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Some of the best photography conditions aren't the most enjoyable for hiking. Luckily, I didn't get soaked this time! -
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Studio days are some of my favorite.
Welcome!
About Me:
I live & work in Northern California, on the edge of the Sacramento Valley, tucked up against the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains. It is here, with my wife, our beautiful twin girls, and perhaps way too many pets that I make my home. Like most suburban families, we shuttle back and forth to birthday parties and gymnastics lessons. We do our homework every afternoon and try to get enough sleep at night. And, in between the bustle of family life, I shoot photographs.
Sometimes I shoot for local clients; businesses with a product to sell. Sometimes for friends and family. But, the photos I love the most are the ones that I create for myself and share on Etsy. My pictures remind me of my travels, and the good times with my family. They help define spaces in my home and bring a feeling of the seasons. They are of things found in nature, and in the dark corners of antique stores. Sometimes they are planned, other times they are fleeting and grabbed in the moment.
I'm excited to bring you these images. They are some of my favorites. Maybe you will find a favorite, too.
Shop members
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Darin
Owner, Photographer
I am a professional photographer located in Northern California.
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Sam
Assistant
Sam is a "double doodle"! He spends his days following me around with a tennis ball.
Production partners
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Fine Art Print & Canvas Manufacturer
CA, United States
My fine art prints and canvases are produced by an industry leading art printing company. Using only premium, heavyweight materials, their prints are beautiful and designed to last.
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Professional Photofinishing Lab
Eagan, MN
My photographs are printed by an industry leading photofinishing lab, using heavy Kodak Professional paper for unmatched sharpness, and brilliant image quality.
Shop policies
Accepted payment methods
Returns and exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
I don't accept cancellations
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
- Custom or personalized orders
Returns and exchange details
I take great pride in my work, and I hold myself to the highest quality standards. Above all, I want you to love your purchase. If you're not completely satisfied, for any reason, please contact me.
Payment
Shipping
All orders ship well protected, and tracking numbers are provided. I take great care in packaging your artwork so that it will arrive in excellent condition. If, upon delivery, you note any damage, please take digital photos of the artwork, and any damage to the packaging, and contact me immediately. The photos you provide will ensure a speedy replacement.
SHIPPING ADDRESS:
Please review your shipping address prior to placing your order. Shipping address changes cannot be accepted once your item is in production. Once an order ships, it is the client's responsibility to contact the shipping provider and have the shipment rerouted to a different address.
SHIPPING TIMES:
Once shipped, most items reach their destination within 3 to 5 business days. However, shipping times are not guaranteed by the carrier.
DELAYED/MISSING DELIVERIES:
Sometimes items do get lost is transit. Should you have shipping concerns while your order is in transit, please contact me. I'm happy to submit a missing mail search on your behalf. Should your order be declared lost by the carrier, I will produce and ship a replacement to you.
For orders marked by the carrier as delivered, but are not found, or appear to be missing, it is the clients responsibility to contact the local office of the shipping provider to inquire.
ORDERS OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES:
International shipping is not directly available from my listings. If you would like to place an order for delivery outside of the United States, please contact me for a shipping quote.
Please note, orders shipped outside of the United States may incur duties and/or taxes levied by the buyers country. Buyers are responsible for these additional costs.
Additional policies and FAQs
I am always happy to consider custom orders or wholesale or licensing inquiries. Please drop me a note if you have something you would like to discuss.
More information
Frequently asked questions
Are your black and white images available in color?
Often times, yes, black and white images can be in color. Also, I'm happy to convert color images to black and white, too.
Do you offer international shipping?
Yes I do, for most of my products. Please contact me for a quote.
Custom and personalized orders
I am happy to customize your order whenever possible. Some examples are custom sizes, personalizing art with a name or quote, or even custom photo sets.
Do you offer framing services?
I do not currently offer framing, however, I make every attempt to offer my prints in standard sizes, allowing you to purchase off the shelf frames online or from your local craft or frame store.
Wholesale availability
Yes, please contact me if you would like to discuss wholesale.
Do you offer sizes other than those listed?
Yes! My listings contain only a small offering of the sizes I have available. Please contact me to discuss your specific needs.
Do you offer digital downloads?
I realize that sometimes there is a need to purchase a quick gift, so I currently offer a limited selection of personalized sports prints as digital downloads. However, the majority of my work is only available as a physical item. Having complete control of the entire fulfillment process allows me to ensure that my work is presented as intended in regard to color and overall quality.
Where do your pictures come from?
My camera! All photographic images I offer are original works, taking and edited by me!